FDA Label for Maximum Strength Mucinex Fast-max Night Time Cold And Flu

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Maximum Strength Mucinex Fast-max Night Time Cold And Flu Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Rb Health (us) Llc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

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Drug Facts

Dist. by: Reckitt Benckiser
Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224


Otc - Purpose



Active ingredients (in each 20 mL)Purposes
Acetaminophen 650 mgPain reliever/fever reducer
Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mgAntihistamine/cough suppressant
Phenylephrine HCl 10 mgNasal decongestant

Uses



  • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
    • cough
    • nasal congestion
    • minor aches and pains
    • sore throat
    • headache
    • runny nose
    • sneezing
    • sinus congestion and pressure
    • temporarily reduces fever
    • controls cough to help you get to sleep

Liver Warning



This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:

  • more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product

Allergy Alert



Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:

  • skin reddening
  • blisters
  • rash
  • If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away


Sore Throat Warning



If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.


Do Not Use



  • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
  • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on the skin
  • if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • liver disease
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • glaucoma
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



  • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
  • taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When Using This Product



  • do not use more than directed
  • excitability may occur, especially in children
  • marked drowsiness may occur
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
  • pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • redness or swelling is present
  • new symptoms occur
  • cough comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Keep out of reach of children.


Overdose Warning



Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Directions



  • do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
  • measure only with dosing cup provided
  • do not use dosing cup with other products
  • dose as follows or as directed by a doctor
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: 20 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use

Other Information



  • each 20 mL contains: sodium 8 mg
  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
  • do not refrigerate

Inactive Ingredients



anhydrous citric acid, edetate disodium, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, flavors, glycerin, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucralose, trisodium citrate dihydrate

may contain this ingredient

, xanthan gum


Questions?



1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)
You may also report side effects to this phone number.


Principal Display Panel - 180 Ml Bottle Label



MAXIMUM STRENGTH*
NDC 63824-500-66

Mucinex®
FAST-MAX®

NIGHT TIME
COLD & FLU

Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Diphenhydramine HCl – Antihistamine/Cough Suppressant
Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant

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